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Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Ideas for Wedding Cocktail Hour Music

A wedding cocktail hour is a time to set the mood. It is a transition point between the formal ceremony and the convivial wedding reception party that is to follow. Ingredients for a winning cocktail hour mix include: 1) atmospheric selections that put guests in a great mood, 2) a mix of current and classic music appropriate for guests of all ages, 3) an increasing energy level as the cocktail hour progresses (and the drinks kick in!); and 4) intelligent song selections that include re-inventions of classics and some international spice.

At Ambient DJ, we do not use stock cocktail hour mixes, but rather custom program each set to reflect the unique style of the event. The list below is organized into mini-sets by genres, that can be mixed and matched to reflect your own tastes in music. Thematically, no 'breakup songs' are allowed, but the most important factor is the "feel" of the song, so even if there are occasionally "bittersweet lyrics," these tracks are fine. This track list would also work well for the softer moments of a wedding reception while guests are eating and conversing.

Country
Why Don't We Just Dance - Josh Turner
People are Crazy - Billy Currington
Are You Gonna Kiss Me or Not - Thompson Square
Highway 20 Ride - Zac Brown Band
Lost in This Moment - Big & Rich

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